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216838 - Structural Engineer 3

Industry
ENG
Region
AZ-Arizona
City
Chandler
State
AZ
Rate
Up to $58.56 DOE
Duration
6 months
Description

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Structural Engineer 3's for a contract opportunity in Chandler, AZ.



BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with at least 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with at least 3 years of related engineering experience
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance, or higher
  • Strong structural analysis background with demonstrated work experience and knowledge
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
  • Familiarity with finite element analysis, classical stress and strain methodology, engineering statics, and structural mechanics
  • Computer skills with standard word processing/spreadsheet experience
  • Ability to listen effectively, take direction, and possess initiative to accomplish assigned tasks and complete work in a timely fashion
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

    • POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

    We are looking for a Structural Engineer to support our Mechanical and Energetics department. As a member of the M&E department you’ll work in a fast-paced team environment alongside other analysts, design engineers, and program managers to make our technologies a reality. This position will serve on-site at our Launch Systems headquarters in Chandler, AZ.
  • Under minimal direction, perform a variety of structural engineering tasks to support design, analysis, and test of missile and launch vehicle systems
  • Generate safety factors for stress, stiffness, buckling, bolted joints, fracture, and other relatable structural failure modes
  • Work in team environment and address issues using skills obtained in the field of engineering related to structural integrity sciences
  • Use the fundamentals of structural mechanics to provide guidance to design engineers in preliminary and final designs of launch vehicle primary/secondary structures and ground support equipment
  • Learn and develop proficiency with structural analysis software (FEMAP, NX NASTRAN, MathCAD, etc.)
  • Interpret, select, and apply specifications and customer requirements to accomplish specific goals
  • Produce engineering documentation and technical reports
  • Determine appropriate test levels and instrumentation to support the qualification and acceptance of flight structures
  • Gather, compile, and interpret technical data such as flight data, test data, or material test reports

    • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

  • MS or PhD in related field.
  • Experience working with high performance flight structures
  • FEMAP, NX NASTRAN finite element analysis software is a plus. Experience with ANSYS, ABAQUS, and other software package use will also be considered.
  • Expertise in structural analysis of composite structures and fracture mechanics
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance, or higher
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    • REQUIRED EDUCATION:

    Bachelor's degree in STEM is required. School must be accredited.

    WORK HOURS:

    Full-Time 9/80 workweek. 1st shift. 100% on-site.


    Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.

    Contact
    Melody Mullins
    mmullins@chiptonross.com
    CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
    6926 Rivers Ave
    North Charleston, SC 29406

    Phone: (843) 554-5800 x186 or (800) 927-9318 x186

    Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

    Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

    Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.